A country with harsh climate describes a geographic factor that has made it difficult for a country to remain independent.
Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Certain geographical conditions are very important for a country to sustain life and develop it's trade and business. But a country that has harsh weather conditions that is extreme cold or extreme hot weather conditions might become a hindrance for the country to develop and become independent because it becomes very tough to do any kind of work in such weather conditions.